Kiln tragedy

Comments on "Man gets death for kiln slavery" ( China Daily web, July 17)

It is truly terrible that this was allowed to happen for so long. However, stopping it is a step in the right direction, and the liberators of the children should be praised, as should the punishment of all those responsible.

Why do the people allow this to happen rather than take up arms against their tormentors?

Engineer

On the China Daily website

We must answer this question: How did this happen, and what did this particular leader do?

A passerby

On the China Daily website

Retreating glaciers

Comment on "Climate change taking toll on glaciers" ( China Daily, July 17)

Solving the problem is not an easy task. I think balancing the benefit of protecting the environment and the economy is a bit strenuous. I hope we shall overcome the difficulties in the near future.

John

On the China Daily website

If the environment is destroyed, then economic growth is nothing.

A passerby

On the China Daily website

Japan quake

Comment on "Strong quake rocks northwestern Japan" (China Daily web, July 16)

Their buildings and public infrastructure were designed with earthquakes in mind.

Though never 100 percent safe, the low casualty count is impressive. Other countries prone to earthquakes can take lessons from Japan.

Worthwhilelesson

On the China Daily website

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(China Daily 07/19/2007 page11)